On October 9, Volkswagen unveiled the new ID. Tiguan, an electric mid-size SUV that succeeds the ID.4 and ID.5. The vehicle will be built in Emden plant, Germany, based on the MEB+ platform, and offers a driving range of up to 600 km.
The ID. Tiguan will be available in three powertrain options i.e., a 140 kW rear-wh

On October 7, Porsche announced that it aims to increase profit per vehicle rather than focus on sales volume under the new “Sportwagenschmiede ’35” strategy. In the medium term, it targets a Group operating return on sales of 10%-15% and an Automotive net cash flow margin of 9%-12%. Its long-term targets are 15% on

On October 7, multiple sources reported that Renault has temporarily stopped production at its Valladolid plant on October 9, 2026, to adjust output to current European demand. The move follows earlier stoppages on September 25, October 1 and 2, 2026.
The halt will affect the plant’s two-and-a-half production shifts.

On October 9, Renault India announced an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 29 km/l for the new Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160. The bookings have opened on October 9 at INR 21,000, ahead of the SUV’s official market debut on October 17.
The Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 combines a 1.8-litre gasoline engine, two ele

On October 1, Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited announced that it has discontinued production of the Honda BR-V. The BR-V was Honda’s seven-seat compact SUV in Pakistan. The discontinuation ends the model’s production in the country.
Based on Honda Atlas Cars' stock exchange notification

On October 7, McLaren announced that it is accepting final orders for the 750S supercar, with production scheduled to end in 2027.
The McLaren 750S, introduced in 2023, delivers 750 PS of power and has a dry weight of just 1,277 kg, along with improved performance, new technologies and a driver-focused interior.
The

On October 8, OMODA&JAECOO announced that it will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show 2026. The company will showcase the OMODA 4 SUV for the first time at a major European motor show, along with its next-generation Super AI Cockpit.
The OMODA 4 SUV, equipped with the SHS-H Super Hybrid System, is scheduled to lau

On October 6, Isuzu Motors South Africa announced an investment of ZAR 30 million in its commercial vehicle assembly plant in Gqeberha, South Africa. The investment will upgrade the assembly plant to improve production efficiency, product quality and digital tracking.
The upgrades to the chassis and engine assembly

On October 8, KGM Motors UK announced the launch of the new Musso commercial range, comprising two-seat commercial versions of the Musso Rebel and Saracen pick-up models. The commercial variants feature a secure, van-style load area behind the front seats, with a fixed mesh bulkhead, rubber cargo mat and rear window

On October 9, JSW MG Motor India announced the winners of the sixth edition of its MG Developer Program, which received more than 130 applications from startups across India under the theme “Innovation in Automotive.” The winning startups for MGDP Season 6.0 are:
Nayan Technologies - AI-powered, vision-based road int

On October 9, XPENG announced that it has taken on a key international role in the newly established Task Force on Exchange of Scenario-Relevant Information (TF-ESRI), under GRVA/WP.29 of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE).
XPENG is serving as the OICA (the International Organization of Motor V

On September 30, Li Auto Inc. announced that it will introduce the Li i6 to the European market at the Paris Motor Show. The Li 6 is the first Li Auto model to be introduced to European audiences ahead of its official market launch in the region. Li Auto will also present its full product lineup and market rollout pl

On October 6, Einride AB and EASE Logistics started daily freight operations using SAE Level 4 (L4) autonomous electric trucks in Marysville, Ohio. Two of Einride's cab-less, driverless electric trucks are now running scheduled routes on EASE property and local public roads. The vehicles operate without anyone in the

On October 9, GAC announced that it introduced three new energy models the GN8 PHEV, HYPETEC HT, and HYPETEC SSR in Morocco on September 24, 2026, with its Moroccan partner M-AUTOMOTIV.  The GN8 PHEV is a new energy MPV with over 1,000 km combined range. The HYPETEC HT showcases premium strength through gullwing door

On October 8, multiple sources reported that Elsewedy Electric Group is planning an electric and hybrid vehicle assembly project in Algeria. The company has submitted feasibility studies to the Algerian Prime Minister's office. The project will cater to the domestic as well as export market.
Based on multiple sources

On October 8, CEER Motors, Saudi Arabia's first automotive brand, opened its first mobile showroom in Al-Bujairi, Diriyah. CEER will start regular production during the first quarter of 2027.
The showroom features Exobot sedan and SUV models, designed, engineered, and manufactured in Saudi Arabia. It also starts book

Reported on October 9, 2026, Bermaz Auto expects the third-generation Mazda CX-5 SUV to enter local assembly at Inokom in Kulim, Kedah, around the middle of 2027. The program is planned around a 60% local-content share.
The all-new CX-5 made its Malaysian launch on October 8, with vehicles supplied from Japan ahead o

On October 2, it was reported that General Motors began reducing its workforce at the Ramos Arizpe plant in Coahuila, Mexico, as production of the internal-combustion-engine Chevrolet Blazer ends.
Around 200 employees across production and supervisory roles are expected to leave as GM adjusts staffing and reconfigure

Reported on October 9, 2026, Mazda has launched the third-generation CX-5 SUV in Malaysia as a fully imported model from Japan. The second generation CX-5 will continue to be available as a locally assembled model.
Malaysia receives the all-new CX-5 in a 2.5G High grade, with buyers able to choose between two configu

On October 5, CAOA Chery launched the Tiggo 9 in Brazil as the brand’s flagship SUV. The model is offered in two AWD variants: a plug-in hybrid and a 2.0 TGDI gasoline version, both built on the T2X modular platform with a three-row, seven-seat configuration.
The Tiggo 9 2.0 TGDI is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-lite